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Spectrum News Cornelius, NCSuper Seniors Celebrated

Spectrum News Cornelius, NCSuper Seniors Celebrated

Since everyone one is going crazy over superheroes these days, we felt the need to showcase some Super Seniors and some of the amazing they do that go totally unnoticed. Meet Tina Goins, Owner/Director of Visiting Angels in Cornelius, NC as she features a very dear man and his amazing feats.

The one and only Dr. Oz partnered with Visiting Angels for National Hugging Day.
Across the country today, Visiting Angels caregivers are handing out hugs to seniors and Dr. Oz wanted to go along.
Here he is with some of our Angels in Palm Beach, Florida.

KOAM CBS 7 Carthage Joplin, MONational Hugging Day

KOAM CBS 7 Carthage Joplin, MONational Hugging Day

National Hugging Day is in January and our Joplin, MO Visiting Angels was handing out hugs to seniors. Did you know that a hug can be very therapeutic? Watch and learn how.

WBIR NBC 10 Knoxville, TNRobotic Pets to the Rescue for Seniors

WBIR NBC 10 Knoxville, TNRobotic Pets to the Rescue for Seniors

Visiting Angels in Knoxville, TN surprised a dog lover with a visit from a furry friend. Studies have shown that spending time with a pet can reduce stress levels and blood pressure in seniors. But this Golden Pup doesn't leave a mess and doesn't need to eat!

When Visiitng Angels owner Geri Lee stops by to visit clients, she brings 91-year-old Lena Haberman of La Mirada some cuddly, canine comfort. A robotic golden retriever named Rudy. "Any diversion for seniors that have dementia or Alzheimer's is fantastic," Lee said. "This is good for people like me who live alone," Haberman said. And we're pleased to say Lena and Rudy hit it off.

Stacey Brown, with Visiting Angels in Pewaukee, WI, was at the studio to show off the pup and explain how it works and why it is a great tool to use with seniors and how it can help those with dementia and Alzheimer's.

Headline News: Early Signs of Dementia

Headline News: Early Signs of Dementia

A new documentary on Robin Williams' revealed he was misdiagnosed with Parkinson's when he actually had been suffering with Lewy Body Dementia.
Headline News reached out to Visiting Angels to learn more about what to look for related to the early signs.
Meet Visiting Angels owner Connie Hill-Johnson in Cleveland, OH.

KMBC ABC 9 Kansas City, KSBarbara Bush's Passing & Palliative Care

KMBC ABC 9 Kansas City, KSBarbara Bush's Passing & Palliative Care

Former First Lady, Barbara Bush, chose comfort care towards the end of her life. Many in the media were asking what it meant and what was palliative care. Visiting Angels across America has been providing many different types of care for 20 years. Our Kansas City, KS Visiting Angels location met with KMBC News 9 to explain.

WMGT Macon, GA NBC 41What is Comfort Care/Palliative Care

WMGT Macon, GA NBC 41What is Comfort Care/Palliative Care

When former First Lady Barbara Bush passed, the media was buzzing about comfort care and palliative care. Quite a few news outlets claimed they had never heard the terms before. Here we have our Macon, GA Visiting Angels Owner/Director speak with WMGT News about the subject.

KGUN ABC 9 Tucson AZ Comfort CareWhat is Comfort Care?

KGUN ABC 9 Tucson AZ Comfort CareWhat is Comfort Care?

The recent passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush brought the terms comfort care and palliative care to the forefront. Visiting Angels has been providing palliative care and comfort care for 20 years.

WXYZ ABC 7 Detroit, MIWhen is it time to take the keys away?

WXYZ ABC 7 Detroit, MIWhen is it time to take the keys away?

When WXYZ ABC 7 needed soemone to speak to the subject of when is it time to take the car keys away, and put the brakes on elderly driving, they went to the experts at Visiting Angels in Sterling Heights, MI. Owner/Director Stephen Novak.

WAVE NBC 3 Louisville, KY2017 Halloween Helpers

WAVE NBC 3 Louisville, KY2017 Halloween Helpers

Visiting Angels owner Andy Block gets to speak with the news department at Louisville's NBC 3 about the many benefits related to our Halloween Helpers program. Added security allows seniors to have a little fun on this evening of ghosts, goblins and superheroes.

WSMV NBC 4 Nashville, TN2017 Halloween Helpers

WSMV NBC 4 Nashville, TN2017 Halloween Helpers

Visiting Angels' Justine Harris is passionate about providing the best in senior care to those in the greater Nashville area. But this time of year she wants to make sure seniors have a safe and fun Halloween.

KIVI ABC 6 Boise ID2017 Halloween Helpers

KIVI ABC 6 Boise ID2017 Halloween Helpers

The Visiting Angels Halloween Helpers program provides caregivers to seniors who either still want to enjoy the festive Fall holiday or for those seniors that need that extra sense of security during the busy night.

Social Media No Nos for Grandparents

Social Media No Nos for Grandparents

Visiting Angels conducted an independent survey of Millennials to ask them about their Grandparents social media habits. Just in time for Grandparents Day, here are the results.

WSMV NBC 4 Nashville, TNGlen Campbell & Alzheimer's Care

WSMV NBC 4 Nashville, TNGlen Campbell & Alzheimer's Care

The recent passing of the great Glen Campbell is getting a lot of people talking about Alzheimer's and a cure. Visiting Angels in Nashville discusses the special needs of those suffering for the disease.

WRDE NBC in Salisbury, MD focuses on those suffering with Alzheimer's disease and interviews the local Visiting Angels agency.

WJRT ABC 12 Flint, MICaring for those with Alzheimer's

WJRT ABC 12 Flint, MICaring for those with Alzheimer's

The recent passing of famed musician Glen Campbell place a long deserved spotlight onto Alzheimer's, those suffering with it and their families. Visiting Angels in Frankenmuth share a touching story.

WOFL FOX 35 Orlando, FLMother's Day Surprise!

WOFL FOX 35 Orlando, FLMother's Day Surprise!

Watch Visiting Angels of Sanford, FL surprise 92 years young Ms. Florence with a Mother's Day Surprise.

WTMJ NBC 4 Milwaukee, WIMother's Day Makeover

WTMJ NBC 4 Milwaukee, WIMother's Day Makeover

KING 5 NBC Seattle, WABlossoms of Love for Veterans

KING 5 NBC Seattle, WABlossoms of Love for Veterans

Visiting Angels owner Kelly Chambers surprises a couple of WWII veterans with flowers and candy for Valentine's Day while KING 5 TV comes along for the ride.

WOAI NBC 4 San Antonio, TXBlossoms of Love 2017

WOAI NBC 4 San Antonio, TXBlossoms of Love 2017

Visiting Angels is once again crossing the country surprising seniors for Valentines Day with flowers and candy.

KTVI FOX 2 St. Louis, MOBlossoms of Love for Valentine's Day

KTVI FOX 2 St. Louis, MOBlossoms of Love for Valentine's Day

Once again Visiting Angels is putting smiles on seniors all across America. Meet owner Bob Tomek and staff member Dawn as they explain the Blossoms of Love program for Valentine's Day.

CNN Headline News: Holiday Cheer for Veterans

CNN Headline News: Holiday Cheer for Veterans

Veteran Will Bruck, Owner/Director of Visiting Angels in Monroe, MI is featured in this CNN Headline News piece. This segment shows Will's dedication to spreading holiday joy to veterans, along with his canine sidekick Nash, throughout the community. We should all spread the joy of the season.

The Greatest Gift this Holiday Season

The Greatest Gift this Holiday Season

You can provide a loved one with the greatest gift this holiday season. A family reunited for that special time of year. While you're preparing for the holidays, an Angel could be attending to your loved one's needs so they can join in all the fun and celebration this special time of year has to offer.
Happy Holidays from over 550 Visiting Angels locations across America.

KFTA FOX 24 Fayetteville, AKHalloween Helpers

KFTA FOX 24 Fayetteville, AKHalloween Helpers

Loud noises, or constant knocking can scare a senior that lives home alone. If a friend or family member can't be with a loved one on Halloween, you can hire some companies to help out. Visiting Angels offers Halloween greeters for hire on Halloween night.

KUSI News San Diego, CAHalloween Helpers

KUSI News San Diego, CAHalloween Helpers

Halloween can be a scary time for seniors, with all the costumes, and not knowing who is surrounding you. Sheri Malvestuto, Director of Visiting Angels, shares some ways for the seniors to enjoy a safe and calm Halloween.

WFXR FOX Roanoke, VAHalloween Helpers hits VA

WFXR FOX Roanoke, VAHalloween Helpers hits VA

Visiting Angels, gives people the opportunity to hire a Halloween helper for their loved one. The Halloween helpers shop for candy, help prepare the home for the holiday, answer the door, help hand out candy to the children and also just give seniors a sense of security for the evening.

KMBC 9 Kansas City, MOHalloween Helpers

KMBC 9 Kansas City, MOHalloween Helpers

Visiting Angels is an organization that provides home care services for seniors nation-wide, and with Halloween next week, some seniors are requesting a “Halloween Helper”.

KSFY ABC Sioux Falls, SDHalloween Helpers hits SD

KSFY ABC Sioux Falls, SDHalloween Helpers hits SD

On a night filled with ghosts, goblins and other masked strangers, hiring a Halloween Helper from Visiting Angels can help take the spookiness out of Halloween.

WTTV CBS 4 Indianapolis, INHalloween Helpers keep coming

WTTV CBS 4 Indianapolis, INHalloween Helpers keep coming

Soon, trick or treaters will be begging you for sweet treats, but some hooligans may try to trick unsuspecting seniors.Visiting Angels is offering “Halloween Helpers,” someone who can assist with all that company at the front door.

WDIV NBC Detroit, MIHalloween Helpers

WDIV NBC Detroit, MIHalloween Helpers

While parents are working to keep their kids safe Halloween night, there's now a way to keep their grandparents safe as well. Visiting Angels can provide Halloween Helpers just for the evening.

CW6 San Diego, CASan Diego Halloween Helpers

CW6 San Diego, CASan Diego Halloween Helpers

Visiting Angels is providing Halloween Helpers to seniors in the San Diego, CA area who enjoy the Halloween festivities. Many seniors live alone and appreciate having someone to help them on this special day and evening.

FOX 2 St. Louis, MOHalloween Helpers for seniors

FOX 2 St. Louis, MOHalloween Helpers for seniors

St. Louis FOX 2 reviews how Visiting Angels Halloween Helpers can assist our seniors during the spooky Halloween and provide that extra safety and security.

KKCO NBC 10 Grand Junction, COHalloween Helpers are standing by

KKCO NBC 10 Grand Junction, COHalloween Helpers are standing by

Grand Junction, CO Visiting Angels is offering a Halloween Helper service to assist seniors who really enjoy the holiday. Caregivers also provide an added layer of safety providing peace of mind to the seniors and their families.

Each Visiting Angels agency is a franchise that is independently owned and operated. The Franchisor, Living Assistance Services Inc., does not control or manage the day to day business operations of any Visiting Angels franchised agency.

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Each Visiting Angels agency is a franchise that is independently owned and operated.The Franchisor, Living Assistance Services Inc., does not control or manage the day to day business operations of any Visiting Angels franchised agency.